Sr Conference Planner
Gartner•Stamford, CT
•$55,000 - $83,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Senior Conference Planner for Speaker Sourcing and Management is a critical role supporting the onboarding and logistical coordination for invited guest keynotes and case study speakers at Gartner Conferences. This role is integral to the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the Gartner Speaker and Sourcing Management team. This role will report into the Sr. Manager, External Speaker Management, who oversees the overall executive speaker sourcing strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2-3 years professional work experience
- High sense of urgency and ability to prioritize
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to master new systems and tools
- Outstanding written and verbal communication
Responsibilities
- Own the coordination and pre-conference preparation for all executive speakers, ensuring speaker meets all legal requirements, and collecting marketing materials and slides
- Manage speaker systems, databases, and spreadsheets for operational efficiency
- Effectively collaborate with and communicate speaker permissions and expectations with internal teams
- Ensure deadlines are met by both speaker and internal teams
- Screen submissions for potential speakers based on conference themes and objectives
- Onboard guest speakers and manage an exceptional onsite experience
- Actively identify and resolve challenges during the planning phase and onsite to ensure a seamless experience
- Assist with strategic projects to enhance speaker team operations
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- 401k match up to $7,200 per year
- Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
